A resident of Westbury, NY, Valerie Varnuska possesses numerous interests, ranging from stargazing to watching operas. Valerie Varnuska also takes great interest in locomotives.
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Warm, lovely, lush, with a voluptuously curved coast of sparkling cliffs, Crimean Peninsula was a jewel of the Russian Empire, the retreat of Romanov tsars, and the playground of Politburo fat cats. .
Suzdal (Су́здаль) is a historic small town in Vladimir Oblast east of Moscow Russia, about 25 km north of Vladimir. It was once the capital of several Russian principalities. Suzdal, part of the Golden Ring of Russia, appears for the first time in history in the year 1024v and it is probably the most interesting of the Golden Ring cities for its many examples of early Russian architectureand its rural atmosphere
The document lists 20 unique activities to do in Moscow, including visiting Star City which is a significant space facility located 30 km from Moscow where visitors can try zero gravity flights. It also recommends touring the Moscow Metro known for its Soviet-era style decorations, as well as visiting landmarks like the Grand Kremlin Palace, Bolshoi Theater, Stalin's Bunker, Arbat Street for shopping, Lenin's Tomb, the Red Square, and museums such as the Historical Museum, Tretyakov Gallery, and Yusupov Palace. Other activities mentioned are dining on a river cruise, attending a cabaret show, visiting cultural centers like Izmailovo Kremlin and the town of Zagorsk.
The document summarizes key developments in North Carolina's transportation history between 1849-1889. It notes successes like the opening of the North Carolina Railroad in 1849-1856, the start of the intracoastal waterway in 1856, and electricity being installed in Charlotte in 1887. Failures discussed include plank roads destroying wagon wheels in 1854 and stagecoaches breaking easily. The document provides sources for further information.
The document summarizes transportation successes and failures in North Carolina from 1849 to 1889. Key successes included the opening of the North Carolina Railroad in 1849-1856, starting the intracoastal waterway in 1856, and electric streetcars beginning service in Asheville in 1889. Failures involved plank roads destroying wagon wheels in 1854 and stagecoaches breaking easily. Train popularity increased as alternatives to more dangerous overland trails and stagecoaches.
The Globe Theatre, built in 1599, was the most famous Elizabethan playhouse where Shakespeare's plays were performed. It was built by Shakespeare's playing company on Bankside in London, near the River Thames. The original Globe Theatre was an open-air amphitheater built of timber with thatched roof.
Kazan is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Tatarstan in Russia, with a population over one million. It is located at the confluence of the Volga and Kazanka rivers. Some of Kazan's most prominent features include the Kazan Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Suyumbike Tower, seen as the city's architectural symbol. Kazan has a long history and is an important educational and cultural center, with over 40 universities and various museums, theaters, and festivals held there annually. The city also serves as a major transportation hub in Russia.
The document outlines a proposal for a final year project presentation on noise pollution in urban cities. The project involves creating a soundscape installation where users can control and mix different ambient noise sounds collected from polluted urban areas. Users will experience the noises and see corresponding visuals projected on a screen. The proposal discusses researching soundscapes, collecting sounds from locations in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, using software like Adobe programs to edit audio and video, and creating an installation setup with speakers, a mixer and projector.
Beautiful crimea part 2 - cities and architectural gems Elizabeth Bertell
Warm, lovely, lush, with a voluptuously curved coast of sparkling cliffs, Crimean Peninsula was a jewel of the Russian Empire, the retreat of Romanov tsars, and the playground of Politburo fat cats. .
Suzdal (Су́здаль) is a historic small town in Vladimir Oblast east of Moscow Russia, about 25 km north of Vladimir. It was once the capital of several Russian principalities. Suzdal, part of the Golden Ring of Russia, appears for the first time in history in the year 1024v and it is probably the most interesting of the Golden Ring cities for its many examples of early Russian architectureand its rural atmosphere
The document lists 20 unique activities to do in Moscow, including visiting Star City which is a significant space facility located 30 km from Moscow where visitors can try zero gravity flights. It also recommends touring the Moscow Metro known for its Soviet-era style decorations, as well as visiting landmarks like the Grand Kremlin Palace, Bolshoi Theater, Stalin's Bunker, Arbat Street for shopping, Lenin's Tomb, the Red Square, and museums such as the Historical Museum, Tretyakov Gallery, and Yusupov Palace. Other activities mentioned are dining on a river cruise, attending a cabaret show, visiting cultural centers like Izmailovo Kremlin and the town of Zagorsk.
The document summarizes key developments in North Carolina's transportation history between 1849-1889. It notes successes like the opening of the North Carolina Railroad in 1849-1856, the start of the intracoastal waterway in 1856, and electricity being installed in Charlotte in 1887. Failures discussed include plank roads destroying wagon wheels in 1854 and stagecoaches breaking easily. The document provides sources for further information.
The document summarizes transportation successes and failures in North Carolina from 1849 to 1889. Key successes included the opening of the North Carolina Railroad in 1849-1856, starting the intracoastal waterway in 1856, and electric streetcars beginning service in Asheville in 1889. Failures involved plank roads destroying wagon wheels in 1854 and stagecoaches breaking easily. Train popularity increased as alternatives to more dangerous overland trails and stagecoaches.
The Globe Theatre, built in 1599, was the most famous Elizabethan playhouse where Shakespeare's plays were performed. It was built by Shakespeare's playing company on Bankside in London, near the River Thames. The original Globe Theatre was an open-air amphitheater built of timber with thatched roof.
Kazan is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Tatarstan in Russia, with a population over one million. It is located at the confluence of the Volga and Kazanka rivers. Some of Kazan's most prominent features include the Kazan Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Suyumbike Tower, seen as the city's architectural symbol. Kazan has a long history and is an important educational and cultural center, with over 40 universities and various museums, theaters, and festivals held there annually. The city also serves as a major transportation hub in Russia.
The document outlines a proposal for a final year project presentation on noise pollution in urban cities. The project involves creating a soundscape installation where users can control and mix different ambient noise sounds collected from polluted urban areas. Users will experience the noises and see corresponding visuals projected on a screen. The proposal discusses researching soundscapes, collecting sounds from locations in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, using software like Adobe programs to edit audio and video, and creating an installation setup with speakers, a mixer and projector.
The National Railway Museum began in 1960 as the Mile End Railway Museum, established by volunteers to preserve locomotives and rolling stock. It has since evolved, relocating in 1988 to Port Dock Station in Port Adelaide. With 110 exhibits, it is now a major tourist attraction run by volunteers and 1 paid staff member. Key events include an annual Thomas the Tank Engine week. Future challenges include maintaining the collection as railway operations change and ensuring financial sustainability.
The document provides a history of the Ottoman imperial shipyards located along the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. It details how the shipyards were established in the 15th century after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople and grew to become the largest naval force in the Mediterranean. It describes the shipyards' role in shipbuilding and naval education until they lost their military importance in the 20th century. The shipyards are now undergoing a transformation project to become the new vibrant downtown neighborhood of Tersane Istanbul.
This exhibition slideshow gives a virtual tour of the exhibition, it highlights the theme, objects, interactives and AVs available in each section. It also features resources and programs. It can be used to prepare students for the visit or to consolidate what students have learned in the exhibition after the visit.
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This document provides information on various attractions in Atchison, Kansas, including museums, tours, shops, and sites of interest. It lists the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum, Cray Mansion, Atchison County Historical Society Museum, and Atchison Railroad Museum. It also describes haunted tours and activities, such as tours of the historic Mount Vernon Cemetery, Murder Mystery Dinner experiences, tours of the allegedly haunted Sallie House, and haunted trolley/coach tours. Additionally, it mentions shopping on the Commercial Street Mall, tours and tastings at Providence Hill Farms and Most Wanted Liquor, and sites of interest like St. Benedict Abbey and Mount Saint Scholastica.
Cracow is an historic city located in southern Poland along the Vistula River. It served as the capital of Poland from 1038 to 1596 and contains numerous landmarks from this period. Some of the top attractions to visit include the Old Town with its central Market Square, Wawel Castle and Cathedral located on Wawel Hill, as well as the Planty Park encircling the historic center. Cracow's long history is reflected in both its architecture and cultural traditions like the Lajkonik parade and bugle call from St. Mary's Basilica.
Cracow is an historic city located in southern Poland along the Vistula River. It served as the capital of Poland from 1038 to 1596 and contains numerous landmarks from this period. Some of the top attractions to visit include the Old Town with its central Market Square, Wawel Castle and Cathedral located on Wawel Hill, as well as the Planty Park encircling the historic center. Cracow's long history is reflected in both its architecture and cultural traditions, such as the annual Lajkonik procession celebrating a victory over invading Tatars.
The document summarizes the history and development of rail transport from ancient times to the modern era. It describes some of the earliest trackways dating back thousands of years, as well as early wooden wagonways and tramways that transported materials. The key developments included the introduction of iron rails and wheels, which provided better durability. Steam power was introduced in the early 1800s, allowing for more powerful locomotives. Railways expanded rapidly in the 1800s with the development of stronger iron and steel rails. Electric power was introduced in the late 1800s, becoming the dominant power source for rail transport over the 20th century.
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Wieliczka is a 700-year-old salt mine located in Poland that contains over 2,300 chambers and 245 kilometers of sidewalks carved from salt deposits underground. Visitors can explore nearly 3 kilometers of winding corridors and descend 135 meters below ground to see salt sculptures, chapels and lakes that were carved over centuries of mining and now form a health resort and tourist attraction, where legends of the mine are presented through animations on underground lakes.
Esra Balkas plans to travel to several locations in Europe and California. In Turkey, she will visit the military museum in Istanbul and the Gallipoli war museum. In Italy, she will see artifacts at the National Museum of Rome and visit the Colosseum. In England, Esra will tour the Globe Theater in London and visit the Doctor Who set. In Amsterdam, she plans to see the Anne Frank Museum. In California, Esra will go to Six Flags Magic Mountain and Knott's Berry Farm.
The document summarizes information about several notable buildings and landmarks in Poland, including St. Mary's Church in Krakow built in 1222, the Cloth Hall in Krakow built in 1358, the former Uzbornia gypsum mine that is now a family park, the oldest tree in Poland known as the Bartek Oak estimated to be 645-685 years old, the Moszna Castle built in 1896 that is now a hotel, the National Stadium in Warsaw built in 2012, the Pieskowa Rock Castle built in 1315 that is now a museum, the Frederic Chopin Monument in Warsaw established in 1926 where music competitions are held, the open-air museum in Sanok built in 1958
Wawel Castle is located on Wawel Hill overlooking the Vistula River in Krakow, Poland. It has served as the royal residence for Polish kings for over 600 years. The oldest parts of the castle date to the 11th century, but it has since been rebuilt multiple times in various architectural styles. Today, the castle houses a museum and is one of the most important cultural institutions and tourist attractions in Poland.
The history of rail transport began in Ancient Greece in the 6th century BC. Over time, various systems using wooden rails, horse-drawn carts, and iron rails developed. In the early 19th century, the development of steam power and new rail technologies accelerated. Key events included Trevithick's steam locomotive in 1804, the Stockton and Darlington Railway opening in 1825 using steam locomotives, and the Liverpool and Manchester Railway opening in 1830 as the first intercity passenger railway. The development of rail transport was an important part of the Industrial Revolution. Pioneers like George Stephenson and his son Robert advanced steam locomotive and railway technologies.
This virtual trip document summarizes locations visited by students in England, including Canterbury Cathedral and its history dating back to 597 AD; the city of Bath known for its natural hot springs and Roman baths; and Winchester, formerly the capital of England and home to the largest church nave in Europe. Other sites presented are Claverton and its pumping station, the Big Pit mining museum in Blaenafon, Caernafon Castle built in the 13th century, landmarks in London like Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey, and the famous Tower Bridge. The document was created by French students to learn about places their classmates visited in England.
The document provides a history of Sunderland, England from Roman times to the present. It details how Sunderland started as a fishing village and grew into a major port city due to its shipbuilding industry. Important historical sites mentioned include St. Peter's Church from the Anglo-Saxon monastery period, the Winter Gardens museum which has exhibits on Sunderland's glassmaking and pottery industries, and the Penshaw Monument memorial built in the 1840s. Tragedies like the 1883 Victoria Hall disaster that killed over 180 children are also discussed.
This document provides an overview of Lesser Poland Voivodeship in Poland through 3 paragraphs:
The first paragraph introduces Lesser Poland Voivodeship and its location in southern Poland, with Krakow as its capital city and historical center.
The second paragraph describes some of Krakow's historical significance as the former capital of Poland and its architectural landmarks.
The third paragraph outlines Lesser Poland's coat of arms displaying the white eagle of Poland and provides pictures showcasing the region's castles, churches, landscapes, and cultural sites.
This document provides details from a trip to several cities in Poland, including Krakow, Wieliczka, Oswiecim, and Warsaw. In Krakow, highlights included visiting Wawel Castle overlooking the Vistula River and St. Mary's Basilica. In Wieliczka, the tour went underground to see salt sculptures in the 600-year-old salt mine. At Auschwitz and Birkenau, the concentration camps provided somber insights into the Holocaust. Warsaw attractions included the Palace of Culture, the icon of Our Lady of Częstochowa, the Royal Łazienki Museum gardens, and Chopin's statue.
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Some deep-sea creatures like snailfish can survive in extreme depths by producing a chemical called TMAO that shields proteins from breaking down under intense pressure. They also have smaller, more flexible bones and cartilage to help them remain buoyant in the high-pressure environment. Most organisms cannot survive over 27,000 feet deep where the water pressure is over 800 times greater than atmospheric pressure and would crush gas bladders.
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When scanning fossilized coprolite of a dinosaur relative that lived during the Triassic period in modern-day Poland, paleontologists discovered a new species of ancient beetle. This beetle was found using synchrotron microtomography, a method that is similar to how amber insects are scanned.
Synchrotron microtomography uses 3D technology that shows a high level of resolution and contrast so internal structures in fossils are more easily identified. Thanks to this detailed technology, the researchers saw the insect’s body, something that likely would have gone unnoticed using other scanning options.
Named Triamyxa coprolithica, the new beetle is a semiaquatic specimen that belongs to the suborder Myxophaga in the daily Triamyxidae. It most likely lived in humid environments and was eaten by Silesaurus opolensis. Since Silesaurus opolensis was omnivorous, it’s unlikely that the beetle was its main source of food. Rather, it’s believed that it was simply part of its diet.
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Mushrooms are one of nature’s most commonly overlooked benefactors. These organisms are extremely diverse and hold several different roles in natural functions. However, they cannot synthesize their own food from sunlight like plants can. This is because mushrooms lack chlorophyll. Instead, they derive their energy from other sources, like decaying organic matter.
Species that get energy by breaking down organic matter are known as saprophytes. Most species that grow on rotting wood or lawns are saprophytes. These types of mushrooms get their energy from decomposition, digesting the decaying organic matter that is around them while simultaneously feeding themselves and returning important nutrients to the soil.
There are also symbiotic mushrooms that grow on the forest floor near the roots of trees. The mushrooms and trees exchange nutrients via mycorrhiza and provide one another with nutrients that they cannot extract or synthesize on their own. Generally, the trees provide symbiotic mushrooms with sugar compounds, while the mushrooms share water and minerals extracted from the soil.
It’s important to note that some mushrooms are parasitic. In most cases, these species are microscopic, but they will either attack a healthy host or hasten the death of an unhealthy one.
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Paleontology studies the history of life on earth as based on fossils. Recently, fossil remains were unearthed 40 kilometers north of Johannesburg in South Africa. Further arrangements of the fragments revealed one of the earliest known skulls of one of the earliest humans to walk the planet, the Homo erectus. Carbon dating of the fossil revealed an age of two million years old. The skull belongs to a child aged between 2 and 3 years at the time of death.
Today, Homo erectus fossils are rarely seen and exist only in puzzling fragments. Juvenile skulls are more susceptible to damage over time, which makes these types of discoveries remarkably rare. It is also more challenging to procure sufficient fragments to piece together into an intact skull.
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Fossils of Tyrannosaurus rex revealed that the extinct apex predators possessed extremely strong bites, which earned T. rex a long-standing position as one of the world's most dangerous predators in history. According to scientists, T. rex had an optimum bite force of 12,000 pounds, which would be a powerful amount of force even for their large skull. In the past, scientists wondered how the predator managed to exert that amount of force without breaking its skull. They assumed that the T. rex’s Skull might have similar flexibility with the skulls of modern birds and reptiles, which would have manipulated the shape of the jaw when it crunches its teeth.
In 2019, the result of a study conducted at the University of Missouri suggested that T. Rex's jaw was actually stiff and fused in contrast to previous belief. In the study, scientists analyzed how the jaws of two modern relatives of T. rex worked when the predators chewed. The study concludes that the jaws of T. Rex were probably tightly fused, making the skull significantly rigid and indestructible by the tremendous force of its bite.
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For millennia, trees have served as reliable herbal medicines and have played important roles in human lives. Different parts of trees, such as leaves, sap, bark, nuts, and berries, are used for certain medicinal purposes. The following are some herbal trees and their health/medicinal benefits.
1. Elder tree - in its entirety, all parts of this tree are useful. The berries are nutritious and can help fight the flu.
2. Silver birch - a special type of birch tree, the silver birch (Betula pendula) is known for its hardiness, elegance, and sweet fragrance (especially after rainfall). The leaves are traditionally used for treating gout and kidney stones, and the inner barks also cure fevers.
3. Pines - pines are good sources of vitamin C. All members of the pines are edible, although some taste better than others.
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Stars, including the sun, are nuclear power reactors in space that fuse atoms of core matter and convert them into energy (heat and light). At the centers of massive stars, heat generates pressure which counteracts the effects of gravity and stops stars from collapsing. Extreme gravity tries to squeeze the stars into the tiniest possible bits, while outward pressure prevents this. When a star burns up all its nuclear fuel, which will eventually occur at some point in time, it cools off, and pressures drop, resulting in inevitable squeezing by gravity.
These collapses occur at rapid speeds, triggering large shock waves. Shock waves cause the outer parts of the star to explode into an expanding cloud of hot gases. However, at the star's core, gravity would have squeezed matter into the densest known objects in the universe known as black holes. Black holes are only created when the exploding star is at least 10 times the size of our sun.
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The number of loggerhead and green turtles on the islands has increased due to captive breeding programs and strategies that help protect the turtles. For example, illegal turtle hunting was reduced due to conservation officers patrolling nesting beaches, and restrictions were implemented to prevent the activities of a turtle fishery.
Loggerhead and green turtle populations are still lower than normal compared to historical records indicating the number of animals in the islands. Prior to the early 1800s, the Cayman Islands were home to the largest number of nesting sea turtles in the world.
Simple Tips for Observing the Moon with a TelescopeValerie Varnuska
Valerie Varnuska from Westbury, New York enjoys nature and watching the night sky to learn astronomy. The document provides tips for using a telescope to observe the moon, including reducing light entering the telescope, using a lunar map to identify features, and viewing the moon when it is half-illuminated shortly after the first quarter phase.
The Ecological Recovery of the Former Island of RatsValerie Varnuska
Based in the Westbury, NY area, Valerie Varnuska appreciates the environment around her and enjoys spending time outside doing activities such as walking and stargazing. A science enthusiast, Valerie Varnuska likes to learn about nature in the Westbury, NY, area, and around the globe.
Nature has a powerful ability to restore itself to natural ecological balance under the right conditions, as was proven on the former Island of Rats. Located in the Aleutian archipelago of Alaska, the island was once called the Island of Rats due to its high population of rats. The rodents were unintentionally introduced to the area by shipwrecks and occupancy during World War II.
The rats thrived and seriously disturbed the natural ecological balance of the island by threatening native species. For example, they fed on shorebirds and their offspring, resulting in an increase in the population of herbivorous seashore invertebrates, which were the food source of the birds.
In 2008, a conservation effort carried out by Island Conservation, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, and The Nature Conservancy eradicated the rats. Today, the island, now called Hawadax Island, has shown remarkable recovery. Its native species have re-established their populations and the island’s food chain has returned to a normal state.
Phytoncides May Be Key to the Health Benefits of NatureValerie Varnuska
Westbury, New York area’s Valerie Varnuska pursues a number of outdoor hobbies. Valerie Varnuska appreciates the mental and physical benefits of spending time in nature.
The health benefits of spending time in nature are well-documented, although the reasons behind the benefits are less clear. According to research from Qing Li, a physician at Japan’s Nippon Medical School Hospital and the president of the Japanese Society of Forest Medicine, at least some of the benefits of spending time in nature can be attributed to phytoncides, which are released from trees and plants into the air.
These antibacterial and antimicrobial substances help fight disease and protect plants from harmful organisms. When people spend time in nature, we inhale phytoncides.
In several studies, phytoncides have shown to improve health, boost immune function, reduce stress hormone levels, and increase the production of anti-cancer proteins. Moreover, exposure to phytoncides helped subjects relax and experience improved moods.
Valerie Varnuska enjoys stargazing as a hobby from her home in Westbury, NY. The document provides tips for improving the stargazing experience, including using a star chart to identify constellations, networking with other stargazers to share observations, and being consistent with a stargazing schedule to develop knowledge of the night sky over time.
A Unique Bone Structure Supported Large Dinosaur FramesValerie Varnuska
Valerie Varnuska is a longtime resident of the Westbury, New York, area who regularly explores natural destinations in the local region. Attracted to diverse disciplines in the sciences, Valerie Varnuska considers paleontology one of her major areas of interest.
A recent Southern Methodist University research project involving paleontologists, as well as biomedical and mechanical engineers, uncovered the way in which dinosaur skeletons were able to supported larger loads than mammals.
Given their massive size, the largest dinosaurs experienced major gravitational loads on their skeletons. One unique aspect of dinosaurs was the composition of their trabecula, a spongy bone. In contrast to birds and mammals, the trabecular bone did not increase in thickness as dinosaur species evolved larger. Instead, the spongy bone’s density increased.
This represented a weight-saving adaptation that accommodated the massive skeletal structures of large species such as hadrosaurs. CT scans combined with engineering failure theories have explained this phenomenon, and a greater understanding of trabecular architecture mechanics has provided insights into lightweight and dense structure design.
Study - Ocean Biodiversity Remained Constant through Millions of YearsValerie Varnuska
Hiking affords Valerie Varnuska of Westbury, New York, the time to interact and appreciate nature. Her fascination with nature makes Valerie Varnuska curious about the scientific discipline studied by paleontologists.
A recent paleontological study challenged the belief that marine biodiversity has “continuously changed” over the past 200 million years. A research team from the University of Birmingham’s School of Geography, Earth, and Environmental Sciences used fossil data from the past two centuries to conclude that marine biodiversity has remained constant throughout the past 540 million years.
Previous studies of marine animal diversity have emphasized estimates of how global diversity has changed over time. In the University of Birmingham study, the research focused on regional spaces with fossil records of known times and places.
By comparison, geographic regions of similar sizes showed that marine animal diversity has changed over time and space. This localized approach also allowed researchers to look at the influence of other environmental factors.
Three Ways of Connecting With Nature When IndoorsValerie Varnuska
Valerie Varnuska, a resident of Westbury, NY, firmly believes that connecting with nature fosters good health and wellness. When she can, Valerie Varnuska frequently spends time outdoors hiking..
While being outdoors reduces muscle tension, improves focus, and lowers heart rate, there are certain situations when getting outside is not an option. Fortunately, whether you’re home-bound due to weather, sickness, or any other reason, you can still connect with nature in the following ways:
Look at nature scenes
It may not seem like it, but looking at nature scenes does wonders for decreasing stress levels and boosting compassion, according to a study in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. This is likely due to the fact that viewing pictures of nature activates the parasympathetic nervous system, thus helping the body calm down.
Grow an indoor garden
There are plenty of plants that you can successfully grow indoors, from succulents to sweet potatoes. If you find yourself unable to enjoy nature outdoors, you can easily bring nature indoors by creating a terrarium or small garden at home. Having these plants in your home increases your attention and reduces both anxiety and stress.
Listen to nature sounds
Similar to looking at scenes of nature, listening to sounds from nature also has a relaxing effect on people. In fact, nature sounds reduce people’s stress, muscle tension, and heart rates more than listening to silence or classical music. Further, these benefits were seen after only about six minutes of listening to nature sounds.
Valerie Varnuska lives in Westbury, New York and enjoys visiting the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, her favorite museum. Paleontologists play a key role in creating exhibits for the museum by studying fossils to understand evolution and the history of life on Earth. Those in this profession can specialize in areas like microfossils, plants, or human fossils and typically work as researchers or professors, publishing their findings.
How to Connect with Nature and Become More of a ConservationistValerie Varnuska
Valerie Varnuska enjoys the arts and nature. She spends her leisure time enjoying scenic areas around Westbury, NY. To connect with nature and become a conservationist, one can take a family hike on a local trail or visit a nature preserve to learn about the plants and wildlife. As you spend more time outdoors, you may feel motivated to join a conservation group or help with local conservation efforts through social media.
World’s Smallest Monkey Fossil Discovered in PeruValerie Varnuska
A team of researchers in Peru uncovered the 18-million-year-old tooth fossil of Parvimico materdei, one of the smallest monkey species to have existed. From this single tooth fossil, scientists were able to determine that this ancient monkey species likely weighed less than the modern pygmy marmoset and had a diet consisting primarily of fruit and insects. The discovery helps shed light on the evolution of monkey species in South America.
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Three-day training on academic research focuses on analytical tools at United Technical College, supported by the University Grant Commission, Nepal. 24-26 May 2024
DEEP LEARNING FOR SMART GRID INTRUSION DETECTION: A HYBRID CNN-LSTM-BASED MODELgerogepatton
As digital technology becomes more deeply embedded in power systems, protecting the communication
networks of Smart Grids (SG) has emerged as a critical concern. Distributed Network Protocol 3 (DNP3)
represents a multi-tiered application layer protocol extensively utilized in Supervisory Control and Data
Acquisition (SCADA)-based smart grids to facilitate real-time data gathering and control functionalities.
Robust Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) are necessary for early threat detection and mitigation because
of the interconnection of these networks, which makes them vulnerable to a variety of cyberattacks. To
solve this issue, this paper develops a hybrid Deep Learning (DL) model specifically designed for intrusion
detection in smart grids. The proposed approach is a combination of the Convolutional Neural Network
(CNN) and the Long-Short-Term Memory algorithms (LSTM). We employed a recent intrusion detection
dataset (DNP3), which focuses on unauthorized commands and Denial of Service (DoS) cyberattacks, to
train and test our model. The results of our experiments show that our CNN-LSTM method is much better
at finding smart grid intrusions than other deep learning algorithms used for classification. In addition,
our proposed approach improves accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 score, achieving a high detection
accuracy rate of 99.50%.
Understanding Inductive Bias in Machine LearningSUTEJAS
This presentation explores the concept of inductive bias in machine learning. It explains how algorithms come with built-in assumptions and preferences that guide the learning process. You'll learn about the different types of inductive bias and how they can impact the performance and generalizability of machine learning models.
The presentation also covers the positive and negative aspects of inductive bias, along with strategies for mitigating potential drawbacks. We'll explore examples of how bias manifests in algorithms like neural networks and decision trees.
By understanding inductive bias, you can gain valuable insights into how machine learning models work and make informed decisions when building and deploying them.
A review on techniques and modelling methodologies used for checking electrom...nooriasukmaningtyas
The proper function of the integrated circuit (IC) in an inhibiting electromagnetic environment has always been a serious concern throughout the decades of revolution in the world of electronics, from disjunct devices to today’s integrated circuit technology, where billions of transistors are combined on a single chip. The automotive industry and smart vehicles in particular, are confronting design issues such as being prone to electromagnetic interference (EMI). Electronic control devices calculate incorrect outputs because of EMI and sensors give misleading values which can prove fatal in case of automotives. In this paper, the authors have non exhaustively tried to review research work concerned with the investigation of EMI in ICs and prediction of this EMI using various modelling methodologies and measurement setups.
TIME DIVISION MULTIPLEXING TECHNIQUE FOR COMMUNICATION SYSTEMHODECEDSIET
Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) is a method of transmitting multiple signals over a single communication channel by dividing the signal into many segments, each having a very short duration of time. These time slots are then allocated to different data streams, allowing multiple signals to share the same transmission medium efficiently. TDM is widely used in telecommunications and data communication systems.
### How TDM Works
1. **Time Slots Allocation**: The core principle of TDM is to assign distinct time slots to each signal. During each time slot, the respective signal is transmitted, and then the process repeats cyclically. For example, if there are four signals to be transmitted, the TDM cycle will divide time into four slots, each assigned to one signal.
2. **Synchronization**: Synchronization is crucial in TDM systems to ensure that the signals are correctly aligned with their respective time slots. Both the transmitter and receiver must be synchronized to avoid any overlap or loss of data. This synchronization is typically maintained by a clock signal that ensures time slots are accurately aligned.
3. **Frame Structure**: TDM data is organized into frames, where each frame consists of a set of time slots. Each frame is repeated at regular intervals, ensuring continuous transmission of data streams. The frame structure helps in managing the data streams and maintaining the synchronization between the transmitter and receiver.
4. **Multiplexer and Demultiplexer**: At the transmitting end, a multiplexer combines multiple input signals into a single composite signal by assigning each signal to a specific time slot. At the receiving end, a demultiplexer separates the composite signal back into individual signals based on their respective time slots.
### Types of TDM
1. **Synchronous TDM**: In synchronous TDM, time slots are pre-assigned to each signal, regardless of whether the signal has data to transmit or not. This can lead to inefficiencies if some time slots remain empty due to the absence of data.
2. **Asynchronous TDM (or Statistical TDM)**: Asynchronous TDM addresses the inefficiencies of synchronous TDM by allocating time slots dynamically based on the presence of data. Time slots are assigned only when there is data to transmit, which optimizes the use of the communication channel.
### Applications of TDM
- **Telecommunications**: TDM is extensively used in telecommunication systems, such as in T1 and E1 lines, where multiple telephone calls are transmitted over a single line by assigning each call to a specific time slot.
- **Digital Audio and Video Broadcasting**: TDM is used in broadcasting systems to transmit multiple audio or video streams over a single channel, ensuring efficient use of bandwidth.
- **Computer Networks**: TDM is used in network protocols and systems to manage the transmission of data from multiple sources over a single network medium.
### Advantages of TDM
- **Efficient Use of Bandwidth**: TDM all
Redefining brain tumor segmentation: a cutting-edge convolutional neural netw...IJECEIAES
Medical image analysis has witnessed significant advancements with deep learning techniques. In the domain of brain tumor segmentation, the ability to
precisely delineate tumor boundaries from magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
scans holds profound implications for diagnosis. This study presents an ensemble convolutional neural network (CNN) with transfer learning, integrating
the state-of-the-art Deeplabv3+ architecture with the ResNet18 backbone. The
model is rigorously trained and evaluated, exhibiting remarkable performance
metrics, including an impressive global accuracy of 99.286%, a high-class accuracy of 82.191%, a mean intersection over union (IoU) of 79.900%, a weighted
IoU of 98.620%, and a Boundary F1 (BF) score of 83.303%. Notably, a detailed comparative analysis with existing methods showcases the superiority of
our proposed model. These findings underscore the model’s competence in precise brain tumor localization, underscoring its potential to revolutionize medical
image analysis and enhance healthcare outcomes. This research paves the way
for future exploration and optimization of advanced CNN models in medical
imaging, emphasizing addressing false positives and resource efficiency.
International Conference on NLP, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning an...gerogepatton
International Conference on NLP, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Applications (NLAIM 2024) offers a premier global platform for exchanging insights and findings in the theory, methodology, and applications of NLP, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and their applications. The conference seeks substantial contributions across all key domains of NLP, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and their practical applications, aiming to foster both theoretical advancements and real-world implementations. With a focus on facilitating collaboration between researchers and practitioners from academia and industry, the conference serves as a nexus for sharing the latest developments in the field.
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The Empire State Railway Museum Pays Homage to Steam Locomotives
1. The Empire State Railway Museum
Pays Homage to Steam Locomotives
Valerie Varnuska
2. Introduction
• A resident of Westbury, NY, Valerie Varnuska possesses
numerous interests, ranging from stargazing to watching
operas. Valerie Varnuska also takes great interest in
locomotives.
In Phoenicia, New York, locomotive enthusiasts can visit
the Empire State Railway Museum. Situated in the
Catskill Mountains, the museum pays homage to the
Ulster & Delaware Railroad and its steam engines. It
houses historical photos and artifacts, as well as serves
as a restoration facility for three antique railway cars.
Museum representatives also host seminars and invite
visitors to partake in work sessions to gain a thorough
understanding of trains.
3. Empire State Railway Museum
• Among more recent additions to the museum
are the Catskill Mountain Live Steamers, which
give people the opportunity to experience travel
aboard a locomotive powered by live steam or
model diesel, and it operates alongside the
Esopus Scenic Train. Engine 23, a 1910 Alco 2-8-
0 consolidation-type steam locomotive, is
expected to join the fleet following its
restoration. The museum anticipates the route to
travel along the Ashokan Reservoir.